The last time we spoke about the tattoo removal
program, I had expanded our first group of volunteers to a Texas-wide
program for teens and adults who all must get rid of a tattoo to get into the
military, keep their scholarships, romances gone sour or bad memories.

Adults don't want their children to see anything
associated with gang lifestyle or have difficulty counseling teenagers to keep
them out of trouble when they themselves show what many perceive as a bad
character attribute. People see criminals wearing tattoos on television
shows. Employers still require "tattoo free" in their workforce in a
majority of their businesses and service organizations.

The TOBIL (Tattoo Obliteration by Infrared Light) is
available in many states now, either by volunteer doctors in "free for under 18"
programs as we have in Texas, or in private facilities. The cost is
minimal compared to the equally-effective laser removal of tattoos and the time
involved is much less, making it a desirable alternative for hundreds of people.
(See our website at
http://www.faceandbodydesign.com) Our group in South America has now
removed over 20 thousand tattoos, the "mark of the devil", to get on with their
lives.

Anyone who sends us a fax (210-495-7145) will get a
reply listing the closest program. Others have chosen to fly to San
Antonio because it is less expensive than laser removal. If someone likes
their tattoo, they won't be calling us! We are also looking for volunteer
physicians to oversee programs in other states. They will take our
training course, then offer this service sponsored by a religious organization,
a youth counseling group or a social service club like the Kiwanis. We
help them get started.

Once again, thanks for your help n publicizing this
program. We received hundreds of letters when you last printed this
information from prisoners who face the dilemma of job rejection because of
tattoos. They almost out-number those who have made the wrong choice in
tattoos and are ready to undergo anything to get rid of them.

Tolbert S. Wilkinson, M.D.
San Antonio, Texas

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Dear Dr. Wilkinson,

It's been over 3 years since I printed the information
from you on this subject. One fact that remains the same is a tattoo may
be considered art or a personal statement by some, by a negative sign by others.
For those who have changed their minds, this program is just the "ticket" to
start anew... without a negative tattoo. Thank you and all of the people
who make this program possible.